A beautiful gem located on a quiet, tree-lined block in Girard Estates, one of the most desirable neighborhoods of Philadelphia. Welcome to 2432 S 16th Street, an elegant 3 bed, 1 .5 bath, 1356 sqft. contemporary style home with private patio and fully finished basement. This original brownstone with striking new brick facade shows plenty of great curb appeal. Attractive custom casement Roma windows and a mesmerizing wrought iron security door welcome you into a spacious sunlit open concept first floor featuring excellent solid wide plank hardwood floors, custom upgraded crown & trim Moulding and remarkable chic lighting throughout. This stunning first floor hosts a bright & airy living space with a charming dining area and gorgeous chef's kitchen replete with granite countertops, bar seating, ceramic tile backsplash, exquisite tile flooring, top of the line stainless steel appliances and 42" sleek cabinetry. To the rear of the kitchen access the private outdoor patio, an ideal place for summer BBQs or a great space for a nice size pool to swim under the sun. Downstairs, the fully finished meticulous tiled basement with high ceilings is the perfect space for family fun and entertainment, home office or gym, along with an additional modern half bath, all new plumbing, new electric, central air/heat, tankless water heater and large laundry room with custom built in shelves and cabinets for storage. From the living room, walk up a grand new wide oak custom staircase to the second floor which features 3 new spacious bedrooms with high ceilings, built-in California closets, and a lavish 4-piece bathroom with custom tile shower, frameless glass door, jetted soaking tub, classic vanity and heated tile flooring. This wonderful home has a walk score of 91, a Walker's Paradise. Steps away from Broad Street, Walt Whitman Bridge, highways, all of the stadiums, public transportation, Primo Hoagies, HomeGrown Coffee, Scannicchio's Restaurant, Saint Monica School, Girard Academy Music Program (GAMP), Passyunk Square, Girard Estate Park, supermarkets, great restaurants, convenience stores, a friendly and family community and so much more. This is a must see, call now to schedule and view this lovely family home.